The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0637-2023·Announced 2023-03-29

Meito Milk Cocoa Recalled for Undeclared Coconut Allergen

Daiso California Warehouse is recalling Meito Milk Cocoa (12gX5P, UPC 4902757444709) because coconut allergen is not declared on the label. Consumers with coconut allergies should discontinue use and return the product.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class II recall involving undeclared coconut allergen, a common food allergen. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the severity rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness is scored as High (3).

Plain-English summary

Daiso California Warehouse is recalling Meito Milk Cocoa (12gX5P with 1-stick bonus pack, UPC 4902757444709, made in Japan) because the product label does not declare the presence of coconut, a known allergen.

The recalled product was distributed in California, Washington, Nevada, Texas, New York, New Jersey, and Canada. Approximately 249 units have been affected.

Consumers with a coconut allergy should not consume this product. Consumers who have eaten this product and may have experienced an allergic reaction should consult a healthcare provider. The product should be returned to the point of purchase or safely disposed of.

The recalled product

Product
Meito Milk Cocoa 12gX5P (1stick bonus pack) UPC: 4902757444709 Made in Japan
Manufacturer
DAISO CALIFORNIA WAREHOUSE
Category
Food — Beverage Mix / Cocoa
Hazard
  • allergen-coconut

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • No code information on product

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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